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Sleeping Rough: A Gendered Reality 

While rarely the face of Canada's homeless crisis, many women experience homelessness. The lived experiences of women who sleep rough differs significantly from those of men. On top of challenges of obtaining basic necessities, women who are unsheltered must also deal with gendered obstacles such as menstruation, threats of violence, and pregnancy.

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Think Piece Ry Shissler (they/them) Think Piece Ry Shissler (they/them)

Advocacy is For Everyone

Advocacy at its core is expressing belief in something. It could be as simple as sharing a well-written article to introduce new ideas or raising a hand in a work meeting. Advocacy is for everyone, and it does’t have to be difficult.

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Think Piece Holly Hixson (she/her) Think Piece Holly Hixson (she/her)

Queer Activism in Public Space

As recently introduced laws and policies across North America attempt to regulate queer people's access to healthcare, public space, and gender expression, the fight for representation and inclusion in cities continues.

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Think Piece Nicole Roach (she/her) Think Piece Nicole Roach (she/her)

Pedalling Against the Patriarchy

Women face significant barriers to cycling, such as safety, harassment, and gender norms. To encourage more women to get on two wheels, there is a great deal of work required to address patriarchal systems and design.

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